2026 Ram Promaster: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2026 Ram Promaster: 5 recalls, 2 owner complaints.
Recalls
5 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #25V720000 · 2025 · 300,691 vehicles
What's wrong: The electrical circuit for the radiator fan May overheat.
Why it matters: Electrical circuits that overheat increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the cooling fan module and fuse. In addition dealers will provide an addendum for the manual and label for the power distribution center. Some interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 11, 2025. Some owner notification letters were…
Seats Vehicle recall #26V280000 · 2026 · 14 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear bench May have only two of four seat legs installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "seating systems."
Why it matters: An incomplete seat May not properly restrain an occupant, increasing risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install two additional seat legs, free of charge.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #26V357000 · 2026 · 15 vehicles
What's wrong: The wheelchair seat belts May have incompatible connectors and fail to properly restrain occupants.
Why it matters: Improperly restrained occupants have an increased risk of injury during a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the seat belt, free of charge.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #26V531000 · 2026 · 844,027 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera image May fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (fmvss) number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026.
Steering Vehicle recall #26V621000 · 2026 · 265,512 vehicles
What's wrong: Water May enter the electric power steering wiring harness, which can disable power steering assist.
Why it matters: A loss of power steering assist can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiring harness and electronic power steering gear, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed November 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Airbags (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2026 Ram Promaster has 2 owner complaints, ranking #13 of 13 Promaster model years for complaints (well below the 50 average). Neighboring years: 2025 (6 complaints, 5 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2026 Ram Promaster have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 vehicle recalls for the 2026 Ram Promaster. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2026 Ram Promaster problems?
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (1), airbags (1).
Where can I get a 2026 Ram Promaster repair manual?
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